Amelia vs Jessie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jessie

Girl #807 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew/Scottish

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#807
Total SSA Count
348
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Jess, Jes

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Jessie Rank #807

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #807 for Jessie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Jessie ___

  • Jessie Mae
  • Jessie Ann
  • Jessie Lynn
  • Jessie Rae
  • Jessie Claire
  • Jessie June

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Jessie

Katie Lucy Lily Molly Sam

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Jessie more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Jessie at #807 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Jessie mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Jessie means "God is gracious" (Hebrew/Scottish origin).

Are Amelia and Jessie boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Jessie is primarily a girl name.

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